Licensed Practical Nurse LPN Home Health

PruittHealth•Charlotte, NC

About The Position

PruittHealth @ Home is hiring a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide basic skilled nursing care to home health patients under RN supervision, applying the nursing process. The position focuses on delivering patient care in the home, monitoring and documenting health progress, communicating changes to the care team, and completing accurate, timely documentation at the point of care. Applicants who currently live in or are commutable to Mecklenburg County, North Carolina, receive special consideration. The role uses a pay-per-point compensation model in which higher-effort visits receive higher point values. The company describes the compensation as top of market, with unlimited income potential. Clinicians also have access to a progressive benefit plan, mileage reimbursement, career growth opportunities, additional pay incentives, flexible schedules, and a team environment.

Requirements

Nursing degree from an accredited college or university, or graduation from an accredited or approved LPN program.
At least one year of practical nursing experience.
Current, unrestricted Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in the state of practice.
Valid driver's license.
Reliable transportation.
Liability insurance for completing home visits.
Current CPR certification.

Nice To Haves

Previous home health or hospice experience, or equivalent experience and training providing the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Acute care experience with adult and aging populations.

Responsibilities

Provide basic nursing care and interventions to home health patients according to state and industry best practices.
Demonstrate knowledge of home care and competency in nursing skills required for patient care.
Monitor, document, and report patients’ health progress and condition using required documentation and clinician-preferred technology within established timelines.
Communicate changes observed during care to RN supervisors and the patient care team, as appropriate.
Complete documentation accurately, promptly, and at the point of care, including ABNs, subsequent visits, physician orders, and care coordination.
Meet agency productivity standards and use time and resources effectively and efficiently.
Participate in agency surveys, mandatory in-services, case conferences, staff meetings, and programs such as the Performance Improvement Program, as required.
Follow safety regulations and procedures and report job-related functions or tasks involving occupational hazards, as necessary.
Maintain current licensure, certification, and clinical records to comply with federal, state, and agency regulations and guidelines.
Work independently, prioritize, manage time appropriately, and meet outcomes and strategic goals by targeted deadlines.